(should have documented, dates may not be exact) What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

Bottom line: there is no cheap date in Florida. 

Get a lot of rentals first then worry about it at a later date.

I was eager to get one on the board and moved the dates up a week.

The agent was getting pushed pretty hard by his brokerage to get this signed before putting in an offer, so I caved, but limited the date. 

Every market in residential zoning has an expiration date, we just don't know what it is yet.The obvious solution is to buy in already regulated areas with tourist/commercial zoning.The returns are lower, but at least they can't go to zero overnight.

Otherwise, the deal (and all my earnest money/inspection costs) falls through.Money Spent So FarEarnest Money Deposit: $1,500Appraisal: $750Inspections: $1,050Survey: $580I’ve invested a fair amount already, and I really don’t want to lose this opportunity.Financial SnapshotMonthly Income: $4,500 (increasing to $6,000 by March).Monthly Expenses: About $2,000 total, including $1,000 rent (which I won’t have once I move in).Future Income: By June, I expect even more significant income from my business ventures.Debt-to-Income: Not too high right now, but my credit score is poor, so that limits quick loans or credit card solutions.Condition of the PropertyFull Rehab Needed: The house currently isn’t livable without major repairs.Seller Won’t Negotiate: I’ve already asked for an extension and concessions, but the seller is unwilling to help or budge on anything.Attempts So FarFriends & Family: No one can cover $25K.Down Payment Assistance Programs: I’ve tried multiple; none seem to fit.Co-Signer: Already have a co-signer on the mortgage.Personal Loans / Credit Cards: With my credit score, interest rates are brutal, and I’m worried about jeopardizing my FHA approval.Extensions: We’ve already pushed the closing date back by a month.What I’m Looking ForCreative Financing: Any reputable local lenders, credit unions, or community programs in Detroit that specialize in these types of last-minute shortfalls for buyers with less-than-ideal credit?

I was eager to get one on the board and moved the dates up a week.

Send a Lease Violation Notice immediately - by mail with proof of delivery required (cheap date through post office) and or affix the notice in a envelope with his name on it on the door of the unit. 

FHA loans typically require the property to be a primary residence for at least one year, so he should confirm compliance with his lender.Once rented, he can deduct expenses like mortgage interest, property taxes, maintenance, and depreciation starting from the date it's available for rent.